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SCBP CLASSES ApR 20 - APR 25

Note: all dates and times are in Central US Time Zone.
Monday, Apr 20 (10:00am-10:45am): "Working with Your Baby's Instincts to Breastfeed" is the topic for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group
​Monday, Apr 20 (2:00pm-4:00pm): Breastfeeding Matters
Wednesday, Apr 22 (10:00am-10:45am ): Sign Say & Play 1: My Mealtime Signs -- it's not too late to join this series!
Wednesday, Apr 22 (2:00pm-3:30pm): Birth Matters 3: Mermaid Moms (waterbirth prep class)
Saturday, Apr 25 (10:00am-11:30am): Birth Matters 6: Natural Birth Techniques Workshop
Saturday, Apr 25 (12:30pm-2:30pm): Birth Together 6: Embracing Your Birth Journey
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APRIL 2026 HIGHLIGHTS

​Mon, Apr 20: "Working with Your Baby's Instincts to Breastfeed" is the topic for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group
Mon, Apr 20: Breastfeeding Matters
Mon, Apr 22: Sign, Say & Play 1 **new series begins!**
Mon, Apr 27: Infant Massage Basics

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2026 Class Schedule

catholic couple looking for comprehensive Birth & parenting Classes?

The St. Croix Birth & Parenting Complete Catholic Parenting Course is the only comprehensive childbirth and parenting preparation classes designed specifically for Catholic Christian families!

• Nine 2-hour online classes

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Upcoming Complete Catholic Parenting Course START Dates​​​​​​​​​​

• ​Saturday, June 13 at 12:30 pm CDT
• Saturday, September 12 at 12:30 pm CDT
• Saturday, December 5 at 12:30 pm CST
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

birth matters natural childbirth classes

Sign up for our entire natural childbirth series; or pick and choose the classes you need to prepare for YOUR birth! Birth Partner attends FREE!

• Complete series consists of six 1.5 hour classes (online)
• Each class lasts 1.5 hours
• Take one or as many classes as you wish!

Class 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell (what to expect during a natural birth)
Class 2: Mom's Best Friend (birth partner preparation class)
Class 3: Mermaid Moms (waterbirth preparation class)
Class 4: Your Best Nest (birthplace options class)
Class 5: Birth Sense (understand common childbirth procedures and interventions)
Class 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques (practice relaxation, massage, and other techniques you can use during your birth)

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Upcoming Birth Matters Class Series START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Saturday, May 2 at 10 am CDT
• Wednesday, May 20 at 2 pm CDT
• Saturday, June 13 at 10 am CDT
• Wednesday, July 1 at 2 pm CDT
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange other days / times to meet with your instructor

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birth matters a la carte classes

If you prefer to take individual classes, here are the dates for each session!

• ​Each class lasts 1.5 hours (online)

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Session 1: Natural Childbirth in a Nutshell

• Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • May 20, Jul 1, Aug 19, Sep 30
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
  • May 2, Jun 13, Sep 12, Oct 24
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Session 2: Mom's Best Friend​

• Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • May 27, Jul 8, Aug 26, Oct 7
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
  • May 9, Jun 20, Sep 19, Oct 31
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Session 3: Mermaid Moms​

• Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • Apr 22, Jun 3, Jul 15, Sep 2
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
  • May 16, Jun 27, Sep 26, Nov 7
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Session 4: Your Best Nest

• ​Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • Apr 29, Jun 10, Jul 22, Sep 9
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
  • May 23, July 11, Oct 3, Nov 14
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Session 5: Birth Sense

• ​Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • May 6, Jun 17, Jul 29, Sep 16
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)​
  • May 30, Jul 18, Oct 10, Nov 21
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

Session 6: Natural Childbirth Techniques Workshop​

• Wednesdays (2 pm Central US Time)
  • May 13, Jun 24, Aug 12, Sep 23
• Saturdays (10 am Central US Time)
  • Apr 25, Jun 6, Jul 25, Oct 17
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

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breastfeeding matters class

• Prepare for breastfeeding success!
• Learn the 7 evidence-based "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully
• One 2-hour class (online)

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Upcoming Breastfeeding Matters Class Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00 pm CDT
• Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm CDT
• Monday, June 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm CDT
• Monday, July 20, 2026 at 2:00 pm CDT
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

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fertility matters TM method classes

• Learn to observe, record, and interpret your signs of fertility with the Fertility Matters TM sympto-thermal system of natural fertility monitoring
• Separate programs for young couples who seek to achieve or postpone pregnancy; new mothers experiencing the return of fertility following childbirth; and couples nearing menopause
• Three 2-hour classes (online)

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Upcoming Fertility Matters Method Course START Dates (ALL Programs)​​​​​​​​​

• ​PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: Arrange a day / time to meet with your instructor

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Rumble Tumble Tummy Time! (TM)

• Does your baby hate tummy time? Learn how to make tummy time fun for your baby through engaging songs and activities in this online playgroup...series of four classes!
• Your Baby Signs educator will provide valuable parenting strategies to help you make the most of this important stage of development!
• Ideal for babies 2-6 months old
• Four classes, 45 minutes each (online)​​

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Upcoming Rumble Tumble Tummy Time Playgroup START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Monday, June 22 at 10:00 am CDT
• Monday, August 24 at 10:00 am CDT
• Monday, November 23 at 10:00 am CST

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Infant Massage Basics

• Learn basic infant massage techniques to help your baby eat, sleep, and feel better!
• ​One 1-hour class (online)

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Upcoming Infant Massage Basics Classes​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Monday, April 27  at 10:00 am CDT
• Monday, May 25 at 10:00 am CDT
• Monday, June 22 at 10:00 am CDT
• Monday, July 27 at 10:00 am CDT
• PRIVATE CLASS OPTION: You may also arrange another day / time to meet with your instructor

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Sign, Say, and Play

• Help your baby communicate with you before he or she can talk! Research based baby sign language helps you develop a close bond with your baby and gives your baby tools to communicate with you and other loved ones.
• Fun, playgroup style classes includes baby signs, songs, games, and tips for helping to promote your baby's healthy development!
• Ideal for babies 6-24 months old, with a parent or other loved one
• Six 45-minute online sessions!

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Upcoming Sign, Say, and Play Session START Dates​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Wednesday, April 22 at 10:00 am CDT
• Wednesday, May 20 at 10:00 am CDT
• Wednesday, July 1 at 10:00 am CDT
• Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 am CDT
• Wednesday, September 30 at 10:00 am CDT

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Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group

• Online, faith-based breastfeeding mothers' support group
• Parenting topics for each meeting
• Plenty of time for your questions or concerns
• For all Catholic pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, no matter the age of your child
• ​Each online session lasts 1 hour

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Upcoming Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group Meetings​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• ​Monday, April 20 at 10 am CDT (online)
• ​Monday, May 18 at 10 am CDT (online)
• ​Monday, June 15 at 10 am CDT (online)
• Monday, July 20 at 10 am CDT (online)
  

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TINY TREASURES HOPE SUPPORT GROUP
[HEALING OUR PERINATAL EXPERIENCES]

• Support group for parents who have lost a baby (online)
• ​Plenty of time for sharing, but if you prefer to listen, that is just fine!
• Open to all parents who have lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy, during birth, or early in infancy 
• ​​Each online session lasts about 1 hour

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Upcoming HOPE Group Meetings​​

• Monday, June 29 at 7 pm CDT (online)
• Monday, August 31 at 7 pm CDT (online)
• Monday, November 30 at 7 pm CST (online)

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